What information is available on low-cost, tactical drone systems that can engage with adversarial unmanned aerial vehicle systems?

Image of a MQ-9 Reaper drone flying.
Source: U.S. Air Force Photo / Lt. Col. Leslie Pratt

Posted: November 18, 2024

Deadline: November 29, 2024

The Defense Systems Information Analysis Center (DSIAC) is seeking information on government/commercial off-the-shelf, low-cost, tactical drone systems that can locate, track, and engage with adversarial unmanned aerial vehicle systems. These systems should be at a high technology readiness level (TRL 7+) and meet as many of the following criteria as possible:

    • Total cost:  $800/unit
    • Form factor:  stackable (for efficient storage and transport)
    • Material consideration:  low radio frequency signature
    • Payload capacity:  8-lb minimum
    • Speed:  100 km/hour (with payload)
    • Possible operating range:  3 km (1.86 miles)
    • Input/output:  magnetic data cable attachment for easy disconnect
    • Encryption:  none

If you have any information or know of subject matter experts who might be willing to support this request, please provide contact information and details in the attached form here or in an e-mail to Daniel Fleming (daniel.p.fleming8.ctr@mail.mil), the lead DSIAC analyst for this effort, or engage on the DoDTechipedia forum by clicking the “Join the Discussion” button below.

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